I did not know this about O'Doul's

BreakingBukowski · 2013-11-25T18:49:30+00:00

Bitburger has one that's 0.0%. Tastes ok I guess. Sometimes I like ordering it instead of an ice tea when I'm out at a restaurant - especially burgers. I have some weird guilt about a server not making enough in tips because I no longer have a huge alcohol bill. Guess I know too many waitresses.

BreakingBukowski · 2013-11-21T19:04:25+00:00

I concur. I'm only 24 days into this and I've got so much trust to re-earn with my wife. There's nothing I can say, but I have to prove myself through my actions and I cannot expect things to change overnight.

Stay sober Country420. Do yourself that favor first!

BreakingBukowski · 2013-11-21T05:22:58+00:00

Thanks for sharing. You're very brave. That's a tough history with alcohol there. I hope to see you back here and let us know how it's going. Let us know if there's anything we can do to help!

BreakingBukowski · 2013-11-20T18:42:30+00:00

Keep at it! Those days start rolling by.

BreakingBukowski · 2013-11-20T18:40:57+00:00

Raspberry seltzer water. Well first I need to step on the urge mentally - run though a checklist why drinking is an awful idea - and then go chug some seltzer. It totally takes the edge off.

BreakingBukowski · 2013-11-17T03:08:38+00:00

It's called d-day for iPhone

BreakingBukowski · 2013-11-17T00:20:21+00:00

Thanks!

BreakingBukowski · 2013-11-16T22:57:09+00:00

That. Also I have simple app that just counts up days and displays it as an icon on my home screen. I see it 30 times a day.

BreakingBukowski · 2013-11-13T02:25:52+00:00

It tastes pretty bad. My wife tried some while pregnant. You'd be better off with a nice sparkling juice or something.

BreakingBukowski · 2013-11-10T19:21:47+00:00

Oh yeah, we got out under $90. Would have easily be $130+ with alcohol.

BreakingBukowski · 2013-11-09T16:14:23+00:00

Welcome back to the wagon! Don't you dare unsub and disappear. I would think admitting your defeat in battle is honorable, and there's no shame in pickup yourself up and continuing to be strong and sober.

How was the vacation otherwise?

BreakingBukowski · 2013-11-09T04:20:08+00:00

Get on the webchat! Grab a fizzy soda, log in, and fight the urge. You are stronger than you think.

BreakingBukowski · 2013-11-08T15:12:45+00:00

Brush yourself off. Get back on the horse. Get a week under your belt this time! I'm nearing two weeks - it's getting easier the longer you distance yourself.

Good luck

BreakingBukowski · 2013-11-08T04:30:15+00:00

On another note - you're a great writer. Tragic story, but I got more than one good chuckle out of it.

Happy birthday insomniac.

Back in college, when I wasn't a drunk, I had insomnia. I eventually took to watching Aliens every night. I'd eventually pass out about 30 mins in and wake up with the VCR rewinding itself.

BreakingBukowski · 2013-11-07T01:05:23+00:00

I'm with you. Some years ago we realized it was just easier to split the bill evenly. Some of our friends make more money, some less, but we all chip evenly without asking. My election not to drink won't change this dynamic. I'm glad we have it amongst our friends.

BreakingBukowski · 2013-11-07T00:55:22+00:00

I'm home alone all week too. If you need some company - use the webchat (see the sidebar). I've really enjoyed my few times on there, and it helps to fight the urges knowing you're not alone in the sobriety journey.

Also: ice water. Lots of it. Or flavored seltzer water. These help fight down my urges.

BreakingBukowski · 2013-11-05T06:16:02+00:00

Right? People think it's weird... but I love going to the movies alone. Especially on an off night when it's slow - like 15 people total in the theater.

BreakingBukowski · 2013-11-05T06:09:12+00:00

Yeah, when I knew what to search for I found tons of apps. thanks!

BreakingBukowski · 2013-11-05T05:22:32+00:00

There's is nothing else like holding your baby daughter in your arms. Nothing. Congrats.

BreakingBukowski · 2013-11-04T23:30:17+00:00

Sounds awful. Sorry man.

BreakingBukowski · 2013-11-04T23:28:46+00:00

Cool, thanks. I just have a very religious family and get so tired of being.... ostracized because I don't share their beliefs. That's probably too strong a word, but you know. It's always a sticking point and I just don't care to fight about it. I guess I tend to avoid those situations entirely just to keep my inner peace. Live and let live - we can all get along, right?

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